2007 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Legend | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
